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The Best Lightweight Travel Trailers with a Bathroom in 2024

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Lightweight travel trailers are quite popular for their ease of towing and negligible costs to our fuel consumption.

However, what my small travel trailer lacks… is a bathroom. (Yes, it’s true!)

So when it comes time for us to upgrade our small travel trailer, we’ll be going with another small and light pull behind trailer. But this time, with a bathroom.

Here is the criteria we’re searching for and a list of the top contenders.

Finding a Small Travel Trailer

‘Small’ is obviously a subjective term. So regarding these small travel trailers, I’m going to be looking for anything under 20 feet (or six meters). I have four other criteria I’m filtering by.

1. Lightweight Travel Trailer

Did you know that small and lightweight travel trailers are sometimes called lite weight and ultralight travel trailers?

But no one has defined what makes a camper lightweight or ultralightweight!

Here I’m saying that lightweight is under 4,000 pounds GVWR (approx. 1800kg). Ultralightweight, according to what I’ve found online, is arbitrary but likely under 3,000 pounds.

A note about travel trailer weights:

To make sense of all the numbers you’ll see, here is what they mean:

  • GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) – is the maximum permissible weight of the unit when fully loaded. 
  • UVW (Unloaded Vehicle Weight) – is the typical weight of the unit as manufactured at the factory. It is sometimes referred to as the Dry Weight.
  • CCC (Cargo Carrying Capacity) ** – is the amount of weight available for fresh potable water, cargo, additional optional equipment and accessories. CCC is equal to GVWR minus UVW. 

2. Sleeps

Sleeps two people. This can be either a double bed or two single beds.

Ideally it would be a permanent bed, not one that has to be made up from the dinette or sofa every night, but I think that might be getting a bit too fussy. These are small travel trailers we’re looking at, after all.

3. Bathroom

This can be a separate toilet and shower, or a wet bath (toilet and shower combined).  

4. Indoor kitchen

I’ve seen some lite travel trailers where the kitchen is outside, like on the teardrop campers. But I’m not looking at those, just ones where you can cook, eat, sleep and use the bathroom all inside the small travel trailer.

Please note: I’ve included the length (in feet) and maximum trailer capacity GVWR (in pounds) where it’s been available for me to see. But these numbers change by year and floorplan. Double check the manufacturer specifications before you buy anything.

The Best Lightweight Travel Trailers on the Market

Figuring out what are the the best lightweight travel trailers is something that only YOU can determine based on what YOU want and need in a light travel trailer.

I’ve compiled a list of the best lightweight travel trailers that I could find online. But what is best for me will probably be different from what is best for you.

So here we go… 

1. Airstream Basecamp 16

Side view of Airstream Basecamp lightweight travel trailer.
Airstream Basecamp 16

We start off with a bang! At just 16’2 this great little Airstream Basecamp 16 fits beautifully into our criteria. 

It’s not that classic Airstream shape that we all know so well but it’s still a stylish design and sleek aluminium finish.

Interior of the Airstream Basecamp 16 lightweight travel trailer.
Airstream Basecamp 16

They’re sturdy little campers too, perfect for those that want to hit the outdoor adventures. 

Learn More on Airstream’s website.

Quick Specs:

  • Length: 16’2
  • GVWR: 3,500 lbs
  • Price: starting at $46,900
Floor plan of Airstream Basecamp lightweight travel trailer.
Airstream Basecamp 16

2. Airstream Bambi 16RB

Airstream Bambi 16RB

But if it’s that classic Airstream shape you’re after… well you’re going to LOVE the Bambi as much as I do! With her little rounded ends, sleek silver and diminutive size, she’s a stunner.

And then when you look inside, you see a practical layout (with, I will admit, the worlds smallest bathroom :-O), tasteful decor and modern conveniences.

Inside view of the Airstream Bambi 16RB travel trailer, looking from the bed to the dining area.
Airstream Bambi 16RB

The Airstream Bambi comes in 16′, 19′, 20′ and 22′ lengths, so you’re spoilt for choice!

Quick Specs:

  • Length: 16‘1
  • GVWR: 3,500 lbs
  • Price: starting at $60,400

Learn More on the Airstream Website

Airstream Bambi 16RB

3. Atia RV GU147

Exterior view of a white Atia RV GU147 travel trailer.
Photo Credit: Atia RV

Atia RV produces the unique Garagable Unit (GU), which has a pop-top roof.

This style is very popular in Australia because the pop-top roof allows you to store the trailer in a garage or carport (often, these are not tall enough for a full-height travel trailer).

Interior view of a Atia RV GU147 travel trailer.
Photo Credit: Atia RV GU147

The other benefit of the pop-top roof is that it creates less wind resistance when driving, improving fuel economy.

Yet when you get to camp, you pop up the roof and have a comfortable head height to move about in.

Atia RV have 3 floor plans within our criteria (less than 20ft with a bathroom), the GU147, GU167BH and the GU167FB. For the love, someone work on their naming system!

Quick Specs:

  • Length: 15‘8
  • GVWR: 2,700 lbs

Learn More on the Atia website

4. Aliner LXE

Aliner LXE

This little guy manages to fit everything into one tiny little package!

The toilet/shower combo would take some getting used to (it’s tiny, and it folds up from what is basically a box) and would not be something I’d like; but it does fulfil the criteria of having a toilet and shower, so we’re keeping it in here.

Interior of an Aliner LXE camper showing the dining area that converts to a bed.
Aliner LXE

Learn More on the Aliner Website

Quick Specs:

  • Length: 15ft
  • GVWR: 3,000 lbs
Aliner LXE

5. Braxton Creek Bushwhacker Plus 15FK

Braxton Creek Bushwacker Plus

Everything you need and want is all in this lightweight travel trailer package.

There are 5 other floor plans in this range, some of them even designed to fit a family traveling together.

Inside the Braxton Creek Bushwhacker Plus travel trailer showing the bathroom area.
Braxton Creek Bushwhacker Plus 15FK

Learn More on the Braxton Creek Website

Quick Specs:

  • Length: 15’6
  • GVWR: 3,260 lbs
Braxton Creek Bushwhacker Plus 15FK

6. Casita Spirit Deluxe

Side view of a Casita Spirit fiberglass travel trailer.
Casita Spirit Deluxe

I’m sure you knew this one was going to be on this list. Am I right? These little fiberglass travel trailers are known for being small and light travel trailers.

I’m so, so, so glad to see the upgrade in the interior decor too!

Casita Spirit Deluxe

Learn More On the Casita Website

Quick Specs:

  • Length: 17ft
  • Dry Weight: 2,480 lbs (Only the dry weight is shown on their website)
  • Price: $26,996
Casita Spirit Deluxe

Casita has several different layout options, some with bathrooms and some without, but all of them would fit in the ‘lightweight travel trailer’ category.

7. Coachmen Clipper Travel Trailer 14CR

Coachmen Clipper 14CR

Having the dinette convert into the bed is what really gives this little trailer lots of space inside. Even though the bathroom is still tiny, at least it’s not a wet bath, so the shower is separate from the toilet.

Quick Specs:

  • Length: 16’6
  • GVWR: 3,750 lbs
Coachmen Clipper 14CR

You may also want to check out the Coachmen Nano and Viking Ultra-Lite.

8. Forest River r-pod 171 Travel Trailer

Forest River r-pod 171

Having everything you need in one tidy little package like the R-Pod… I would be very happy with this set up!

Forest River r-pod 171

Quick Specs:

  • Length: 19ft
  • GVWR: 3,252 lbs
Layout plan of a small lightweight travel trailer.
Forest River r-pod

There are lots more r-pod layouts for you to check out on their website too.

Learn More on the Forest River website.

Another Forest River product to look at is the Flagstaff E-Pro. It is a bit heavier at 3,866 lbs GVWR but still lightweight. You can see the Flagstaff E-Pro here.  

9. Gulf Stream Ameri-Lite 14RE

Exterior view of the Ameri-Lite 14RE travel trailer.
Ameri-Lite 14RE

Gulf Stream calls this model a super-lightweight travel trailer, and compared to most travel trailers with all these features, that name kind of fits!

Interior view of the Ameri-Lite 14RE travel trailer showing the bed area.
Ameri-Lite 14RE
  • Length: 15’10”
  • GVWR: 3,800 lbs
Floorplan drawing of the Ameri-Lite 14RE travel trailer.
Ameri-Lite 14RE

Learn More on the Gulf Stream Coach website.

Gulf Stream makes it quite easy to find all their lightest travel trailers. This overview page shows all the Ameri-Lite lightweight travel trailer plans and their weights.  

10. InTech Sol Dawn

InTech Sol Dawn

With that huge panoramic window, it’s easy to imagine living and working in a space like this. Maybe it wouldn’t feel like such a small box when you can let so much of the outside in!

InTech Sol Dawn

Quick Specs:

  • Length: 16ft
  • GVWR: 3,500 lbs
  • Price: $36,463
InTech Sol Dawn

Learn More on the Intech website.

11. Jayco Jay Flight SLX 154BH

Floorplan of a Jayco Jay Flight SLX 154BH travel trailer.
Jayco Jay Flight SLX 154BH

Here’s one that could be perfect for families. The Jayco Jay Flight SLX has a dinette that converts into a double bed and bunks. There’s even a small tub in the bathroom (with a shower over it) so little ones can have a bath if they want.

Interior of a Jayco Jay Flight SLX 154BH travel trailer showing the dining area that converts into a bed.
Jayco Jay Flight SLX 154BH

Quick Specs:

  • Length: 18 ft
  • GVWR: 3,600 lbs
  • Price: starting at $24,309
Floorplan of a Jayco Jay Flight SLX 154BH travel trailer.
Jayco Jay Flight SLX 154BH

Learn More on the Jayco site.

12. KZ RV Sportsmen Classic 130RB

Exterior view of a KZ RV Sportsmen Classic 130RB travel trailer.
KZ RV Sportsmen Classic 130RB

With a layout that is familiar across many of these small travel trailers, the KZ RV Sportsmen packs it all in. A dining area that converts to a bed, a sofa/relaxing area, and a bathroom with a seperate shower and toilet.

Interior view of a KZ RV Sportsmen Classic 130RB travel trailer showing the dining area that converts into a bed.
KZ RV Sportsmen Classic 130RB

Quick Specs:

  • Length:16’9″
  • GVWR: 2,800 lbs
Floor plan of a KZ RV Sportsmen Classic 130RB travel trailer.
KZ RV Sportsmen Classic 130RB

Learn More on the KZ website.

13. Lance 1475 Travel Trailer

Illustration of the exterior of a Lance 1475 lightweight travel trailer.
Lance 1475 Travel Trailer

It’s quite refreshing to see the updated decor options on the Lance 1475 travel trailer. I’m sure there will be people who hate the new grey palette just as much as I hate the old brown palette, but I’m very glad to see some updates.

And those swivel captain chairs look comfy!

Lance 1475 Travel Trailer

Quick Specs:

  • Length: 19’8″
  • GVWR: 4,500 lbs
Floor plan of a Lance 1475 lightweight travel trailer.
Lance 1475 Travel Trailer

Learn More at the Lance website.

14. nüCamp TAB 320S

Exterior view of a nuCamp TAB 320S teardrop camper with a striking orange sky in the background.
nüCamp TAB 320S

Now this is a tiny little number. But it’s got the shower and toilet, and the inside kitchen, so it’s on the list!

Interior of a nuCamp TAB 320S teardrop camper with neutral decor in the living area.
nüCamp TAB 320S

Quick Specs:

  • Length: 15’3
  • GAWR: 2,900 lbs
Greyscale render of nüCamp TAB S floor plan.

Learn More on the NuCamp Website here.

I really love the Tab 400 as well (which I wrote about here: Small Campers that have everything you need). It fits into the small and light criteria as well. 

15. Scamp

Exterior of the Scamp 16' Deluxe travel trailer.
Scamp 16′

I am sorry if you’re a Scamp lover, but I think the Scamps might be the ugliest little campers I’ve ever seen. Both inside and outside, they look horrendous! Personal opinion, of course.

Regardless, I can’t help but acknowledge just how compact, functional, and practical everything is. 

Interior of the Scamp 16' Deluxe travel trailer.
Scamp 16′

These fiberglass trailers are just 16 feet long yet manage to contain everything you need. And being made of fiberglass, I’m guessing they’re insulated pretty well, too.

Quick Specs:

  • Length: 16ft
  • GVWR: 2,600 lbs
Floor plan of the Scamp 16' Deluxe travel trailer.
Scamp 16′

Learn More on the Scamp website.

16. Travel Lite Rove Lite

Front exterior corner of a small lite weight caravan.
Travel Lite Rove Lite

Now that we’re at the end of this list, there’s not too much left to say about the  Rove Lite. 

It has a nice modern-ish interior and everything you need.

Interior of a Rove Lite Ultra Lightweight travel trailer.
Travel Lite Rove Lite

Quick Specs:

  • Length: 16’6″
  • GVWR: 2,500 lbs
Rove Lite Ultra Lightweight travel trailer floor plan.
Travel Lite Rove Lite

Learn More on the Travel Lite site.

What is the lightest travel trailer with a bathroom?

According to this list, the lightest travel trailer with a bathroom, is the Atia RV Garagable Unit. It’s a well laid out space and weight has really been kept to a minimum.

And there we have it. The best lightweight travel trailers with a bathroom that I could find online.

Do you have others that I should add to the list? Drop it in the comments! Don’t forget, they don’t have to be ultra-lite travel trailers, but they should be under 4,000 lbs GVWR and less than 20ft long. 

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